frei|lassen
Translation
to release, to set free, to liberate
Examples
Sie lassen den Vogel frei.
They are releasing the bird.
Der Gefangene wurde freigelassen.
The prisoner was released.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to release (sb./sth.) You have to release the animals.
Similar Words
Synonyms: befreien, entlassen; Antonyms: einsperren, gefangen nehmen
Etymology
From 'frei' (free) + 'lassen' (to let, to leave). Literally 'to let be free'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'letting' something be 'free'. The verb is separable: 'Ich lasse den Vogel frei'.